SAULT STE. MARIE -- There's a familiar face joining the senior leadership team of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service.
Inspector Brent Duguay was introduced yesterday as the new Deputy Chief of Police.
Duguay, who will be officially sworn in later this month, brings almost 30 years of experience with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service to the role. He's worked extensively on major investigations, including Joint Forces Operations involving drugs and organized crime with other police agencies across the province.
“It is a great honour to be named Deputy Chief,” Duguay said in a news release. “I want to thank the Police Services Board, and Chief Hugh Stevenson for trusting me with this responsibility. I am truly honoured to be the next Deputy Chief.”
“We are fortunate to have such an experienced law enforcement professional to promote from within,” said John Bruno, chair of the police services board. “On behalf of the Board, we congratulate Inspector Duguay on the appointment. We are confident he will partner with Chief Stevenson to continue modernizing the Sault Police and providing community safety for the people of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township.”
The current Deputy Chief of Police, Bob MacLachlan, is retiring Jan. 21.